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Bihar cabinet clears three new departments to drive youth jobs, higher education push
RANCHI: The newly formed Bihar cabinet on Tuesday approved the creation of three new departments to ensure better and effective implementation of its schemes and policies, aimed at providing jobs and employment opportunities to one crore youth over the next five years. For this purpose, three new departments, youth, employment and skill development, higher education, and civil aviation. have been created. These are in addition to the existing 45 government departments, cabinet secretariat departments additional chief secretary (ACS) Arvind Kumar Chaudhary told the media in a post-cabinet briefing. A total of 19 decisions were taken at the meeting chaired by chief minister Nitish Kumar. Notably, CM Nitish Kumar had on December 5 announced the creation of three new departments as part of his governments target to generate one crore jobs and employment opportunities in the next five years. Taking to X, CM Nitish said, We set a target to provide jobs and employment to one crore youth in the next five years (202530). For this, it is necessary that maximum youth of the state be given training for skill development and quality higher and technical education. Youth, Employment and Skill Development has been created for the all-round development of youth by equipping them with skills to improve employability. The higher education department will ensure quality education in the state, while the civil aviation department will focus on the expanding aviation sector and enhancing air travel services, the ACS said. The cabinet also rechristened the animal and fisheries resources department as the dairy, fisheries and animal resources department. Similarly, the labour resources department will now be known as the labour resources and migrant workers welfare department. The art, culture and youth department has been renamed art and culture department, Chaudhary added. DA hiked for employees, pensioners under 5th & 6th pay The cabinet approved a five per cent hike in dearness allowance (DA) for employees, pensioners, and family pensioners drawing salary or pension under the 6th Pay Commission. The DA has been increased from 252% to 257%, effective July 1, 2025. Similarly, DA for those under the 5th Pay Commission has been increased by eight per cent, from 466% to 474%, also effective July 1, 2025. New Directorate of MSME formed In another decision, the cabinet approved the industries departments proposal to rename the Directorate of Technical Development as the Directorate of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprise (MSME) to strengthen the sector and make it globally competitive, the ACS said. Directorate of Mines & Geology reconstituted The cabinet also reconstituted the Directorate of Mines and Geology into two separate directorates the Directorate of Mines and the Directorate of Investigation. The Directorate of Mines has been further divided into two deputy directorates: mines and security. The restructuring is expected to speed up investigation processes, Chaudhary said, adding that certain posts have been created for the purpose. Gaya Ji & Munger declared Civil Defence Districts The disaster management departments proposal to declare Gaya Ji and Munger as Civil Defence Districts was approved. Fourteen posts have been created to support the move, which will strengthen strategic and internal security and improve response to natural and man-made disasters. The cabinet also approved the appointment of Mohammad Imdad Raza on compassionate grounds. Raza is the son of BSF Sub-Inspector late Mohammad Imtiyaz, who was martyred during Operation Sindoor. Other decisions The cabinet sanctioned Rs 400 crore for payment of electricity dues of urban local bodies to the two power distribution companies North Bihar Power Distribution Company Ltd and South Bihar Power Distribution Company Ltd -- for FY 202526. It approved the Bihar Dastavej Lekhak Anugyapti (Sanshodhan) Niyamawali 2025 (Bihar Deed Writers Licence Amendment Rules 2025), under which leprosy-affected persons will be eligible to obtain licences as deed writers. The move aims to support their social and financial empowerment. The finance departments proposal to sign an MoU with the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd (NSEIL) to empower youth and run the Student Skilling Programme was cleared. An MoU with the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund Ltd (NIIFL) was also approved for assistance in various state projects. The cabinet approved a corpus fund of Rs 15 crore for the Valmikinagar Tiger Reserve Foundation/Trust. The foundation will utilise the amount for conservation and management activities. It also approved the constitution of the Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park Management and Development Society, which will oversee the parks upkeep. Additionally, the cabinet approved the Bihar Electronic Order (Issuance, Execution and Disposal) Rules 2025 and the Bihar E-Sakshya Prabandhan Niyamawali 2025 (Bihar E-Evidence Management Rules 2025). The e-summon rules will streamline digital processes, while the E-Sakshya rules cover electronic evidence, video conferencing, digital signatures, and the management of witness testimony under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
After AIMIM MLAs meet Nitish Kumar, grapevine in Bihar political circles on possible switch to JD(U)
After the three AIMIM MLAs, including State party president Akhtarul Iman, met Mr. Kumar in Patna on Monday (December 8, 2025) said they had gone to meet the Chief Minister to apprise him of concerns regarding their respective constituencies
SIR row: Can EC not decide presumptive stage of citizenship, asks SC
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Tuesday asked whether the Election Commission is barred from conducting an inquiry in case of a doubtful citizen and if an inquisitorial process fall outside its constitutional power. The observations were made by a bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi during final hearings on a batch of petitions challenging the Election Commission's decision to undertake a special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls across several states, including Bihar. During the hearing, Justice Bagchi took note of the relevant law and the vehement submissions that the citizenship issue cannot be decided by the poll panel, which has to consider that a person is an Indian citizen and is of the age of 18 years and more and residing ordinarily in a constituency. It was also vehemently argued that the citizenship issue cannot be decided by the poll panel, as the central government-appointed Foreigners' Tribunal can only decide. You say that the Election Commission has no power to declare a person as a foreigner or a non-citizen. But, it can doubt the status and refer the issue to the appropriate authorities. And the fact that it can doubt (the citizenship), inverts into itself the power to make an imposition of ensuring that...Can't the ECI decide the presumptive stage of citizenship, the judge asked. The petitioners argued that the revision exercise suffers from jurisdictional overreach, procedural irregularity, and an unconstitutional shifting of the burden of proving citizenship onto ordinary voters. It heard detailed submissions from senior advocates Shadan Farasat, P C Sen, and other counsel representing multiple petitioners opposing SIR. SC raps states for non-cooperation in SIR exercise; asks ECI to flag instances of threats to BLOs Farasat traced the constitutional and statutory framework governing electoral rolls and said Articles 324 to 329, along with the Representation of the People Act (RPA), form a single constitutional code enacted by the same Constituent Assembly functioning as the provisional Parliament. He submitted that adult suffrage under Article 326 requires satisfaction of only three conditions and they are Indian citizenship, attainment of 18 years of age, and absence of specific disqualifications. The RP Acts mirror these grounds but cannot create new grounds for exclusions from the electoral rolls. The Election Commission has no jurisdiction to prevent me from being on the roll or to knock me out of the roll, Farasat said, adding If the EC doubts my citizenship, that enquiry must lead only to a reference to the district magistrate. The determination can be made only by the central government or a Foreigners Tribunal. He said under the statutory scheme, citizenship is not a precondition for first-time inclusion, and the burden of proving non-citizenship always lies on the state. He added that once a person is already on the roll, strong presumptive value attaches to their status and the removal requires a full-fledged, independent determination, not an inquisitorial exercise by electoral officials. There is a difference between determination and inquiry. Can the ECI do an inquiry in case of doubtful citizens? The ECI is not saying that they have the right to declare someone as a non citizen...but will it be beyond the jurisdiction of ECI keeping in view it's Constitutional power to do a process which is inquisitorial in nature? Like where an inclusion looks highly dubious and thus makes the process streamlined, the bench asked. The senior lawyer said the Election Commission has no jurisdiction to prevent a person from being on the roll or to knock him out of the roll. Citizenship is a constitutional imperative. Section 19 of ROPA is enacted on the bedrock of Article 325. An illegal immigrant residing here for long..suppose more than 10 years...So should they stay on the rolls? To say that citizenship is presumed when residence and age is satisfied will be incorrect. It is not dependent on residence or age since citizenship is a constitutional requirement, the bench said. The manner in which the jurisdiction is being exercised by the poll panel must also conform to the constitutional imperatives of fairness and reasonableness, it said. When you say mass exclusion, when you say suspected foreigner status, when you say non-compliance with the rules under the statute, these do not really go into the fundamental constitutional power of superintendence. They relate to the way superintendence is being exercised, the bench said. So when the court examines the poll panel's power of superintendence, can it be said that the superintendence extends to the core constitutional requirement for the right to vote, namely citizenship, it asked. If it does not, and you would definitely say it does not, that is one thing. But if it does, then we understand what you are saying, which is that under the statutory schemes of the Citizenship Act and the Foreigners Act, the Election Commission has no power to declare a person as a foreigner or a non-citizen. But, it can doubt the status and refer the issue to the appropriate authorities, the bench said. The bench said the EC's power of superintendence under Article 324 must be exercised in line with constitutional norms of fairness and Article 14. The bench will continue hearing the remaining petitioners on December 11.
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West Bengal LoP accuses TMC of 'issuing SC/ST certificates to infiltrators'
KOLKATA: Suvendu Adhikari, BJP legislator and Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly on Tuesday alleged that the ruling Trinamool Congress is holding camps to issue SC, ST and OBC certificates for undocumented infiltrators and fake claimants. Suvendu shared a memo issued by the block development officer (BDO) of Kandi in Murshidabad district to substantiate his allegations against the Trinamool Congress. He showed instances of three such beneficiaries who were issued such certificates allegedly by the BDO after 24 June when the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls started in Bihar. He urged the Election Commission of India (ECI) to look into the issue seriously. The Opposition leader requested the national poll body to conduct exhaustive probes into each certificate and cross-verify whether the community is genuinely enlisted as an SC, ST or OBC community by the Centre. Why the sudden panic? Because the Election Commission of India's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise is about to expose their voter fraud racket! The desperation is obvious because a large chunk of Mamata Banerjee's 'vote bank' is unable to link their names to the authentic 2002 Voter List, are staring down exclusion from the draft electoral rolls, he claimed in a post on X. It's a blatant bid to arm ineligible voters with 'certificates' that slyly match the ECI's list of 13 documents for hearings after the publication of draft electoral rolls. An attempt to make a mockery of democracy, by flooding the system with bogus SC/ST/OBC creds, he alleged. Adhikari alleged that efforts were being made to rob the true marginalised communities of their rightful share. Real SCs, STs, and OBCs will watch their benefits evaporate as ineligible people will swarm in, staking unethical claims, he claimed. The WB Govt has the habit of issuing OBC Certificates (mostly religion based) to ineligible people which have been struck down by the Honble Courts. Let the SIR purge the electoral rolls clean, and let Democracy prevail, he added. On the other hand, the Trinamool Congress continued its crusade against the Commission since it announced dates of the SIR process in Bengal. The Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee while addressing in a rally in Cooch Behar district on Tuesday alleged, The Election Commission of India may announce the dates of the assembly polls, scheduled next year, soon after the final voters list is released so that no one can move the court challenging the electoral rolls. Names of many genuine voters are being deleted during the roll revision exercise. People who are still alive being shown as deceased in the voters list by the Commission, she alleged. The Chief Minister during her two-day visit to Cooch Behar on Monday afternoon questioned in the administrative review meeting at Rabindra Bhavan in the district about timing and urgency of the SIR.
Judoka Ritik Sharmas KIUG Triumph Fuels His 2026 CWG Dream
Atal Bihari Vajpayee Indoor Hall: Since relocating to the SAI National Centre of Excellence (NCOE) in Bhopal six years ago, Ritik Sharmas career has experienced a rapid ascent. The young Punjab-born judoka once again highlighted his progress with a commanding performance at the Khelo India University Games (KIUG) Rajasthan 2025. Competing in his fourth KIUG at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Indoor Hall in Udaipur, Ritik, representing Lovely Professional University (LPU), secured his third gold medal, adding to his existing bronze. What made the victory more meaningful was the way he bounced back from a recent setback. Flying straight to Udaipur after a first-round exit at the Asian Open Championships in Hong Kong, Ritik wasted no time dwelling on the disappointment. Instead, he channelled the lessons from his overseas trip into a composed, confident performance, overcoming familiar rival Yash Ghangas in the mens +100kg final. The rivalry between Ritik and Yash dates back to their teenage years. The two first competed in the final of the 2020 Khelo India Youth Games in Guwahati, and even now, as products of the same NCOE, their matchups remain intensely competitive. There are a handful of judokas in our category, so we have known each other for years now. I beat him for the first time in the Guwahati KIYG, and Im glad that I could get the better of him in KIUG 2025 too, said Ritik, emphasising the need for more international exposure trips. Despite being out in the first round, I have come back with a lot of learnings and positives from Hong Kong. What also matters is the mental aspect of the sport, as such exposure trips help you in understanding how the world and Olympic champions approach the game, their techniques, and sparring with some of the best in the world, he added. Ritiks journey started far from Indias main sporting centres, in Gurdaspur, a remote border district in Punjab bordering Pakistan. Growing up, opportunities were scarce, with few organised sports programmes or training centres available. Yet in 2015, at the age of 14, Ritik found his passion for judo and dedicated himself to the sport with steadfast focus. Born to an ASI in the Punjab Police and the youngest of three siblings, Ritik began his initial training at the renowned Shaheed Bhagat Singh JFI coaching centre, which has produced over 50 international and 100 national-level judokas. The foundation he built there kept him steady even as he faced challenges on the global stage. Ritiks journey started far from Indias main sporting centres, in Gurdaspur, a remote border district in Punjab bordering Pakistan. Growing up, opportunities were scarce, with few organised sports programmes or training centres available. Yet in 2015, at the age of 14, Ritik found his passion for judo and dedicated himself to the sport with steadfast focus. Also Read: Live Cricket Score For Ritik, the lack of quality sparring partners in his weight class remains a major obstacle. However, he continues to push his boundaries and is now aiming for the next significant goal of breaking into the 2026 Commonwealth Games squad. Article Source: IANS
Watch: NDA MPs felicitate PM Modi for big victory in Bihar
UP Woman Marries Lord Krishnas Idol In Hindu Ceremony After Receiving A Gold Ring In Prasad
The UP woman visited the Banke Bihari Temple, where she received a gold ring and believed it was a gesture of acceptance from Lord Krishna himself.
NDA MPs felicitate PM Modi for big victory in Bihar
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was felicitated at a meeting of all MPs of the ruling NDA on Tuesday for the coalition's massive victory in the recent Bihar elections. Union ministers Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah and J P Nadda, who is also the BJP president, were among those present at the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting held at the Parliament House complex here. Modi was garlanded by JD(U) leader Sanjay Jha and Rashtriya Lok Morcha chief Upendra Kushwaha -- both Rajya Sabha members. On Monday, a delegation of NDA leaders from Bihar called on Modi and congratulated him for the alliance's landslide victory in the state polls. During the meeting on Monday, the PM told the NDA MPs to work with more vigour for the welfare of the people after the ruling alliance's resounding victory in the Bihar assembly polls, saying with great victory comes great responsibility. In the 243-member Bihar Assembly, which went to polls last month, the NDA secured 202 seats, paving the way for JD(U) supremo Nitish Kumar to return as chief minister for the 10th time. Among the alliance partners, BJP won 89 seats, JD(U) 85, LJP (Ram Vilas) 19, Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular) five, and Rashtriya Lok Morcha four.
6 Men Posing As Cops Rob Jewellery Worth Rs 15 Lakh From Teacher's Home
In a shocking incident in the Simratala police station area of Jamui district of Bihar, around six robbers dressed as policemen barged into the house of government school teacher Sanjeev Kumar, and looted jewellery worth nearly Rs 15 lakh.
NDA govt in Bihar will leave no stone unturned to live up to peoples expectations: PM Modi
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday asserted that the NDA government in Bihar will leave no stone unturned to live up to the expectations of the people of the state. Modis assertion came hours after he met the NDA MPs from Bihar in Parliament. After the historic victory in the Bihar Assembly elections, []
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Bihar to get traffic training institute, says Deputy CM
In an ambitious move to tackle traffic chaos, Bihar's Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary has unveiled plans for a dynamic traffic management overhaul. This initiative will see the establishment of a specialized training center for law enforcement and an increase in police workforce dedicated to traffic control.
Robbers posing as cops rob of valuables from teachers house in Jamui
In a shocking turn of events, a teacher's home in Jamui, Bihar fell prey to a bold daylight heist. Five men, masquerading as law enforcement officials, stormed the premises, brandishing batons and a forged warrant to execute a so-called forgery investigation.
Amid IndiGo crisis, rlys help desk becomes lifeline for stranded flyers
RJD functionary shot dead over money dispute in Muzaffarpur
An RJD youth wing president, Mantu Sah, was shot dead in Muzaffarpur on Monday by two unidentified assailants. Police suspect a monetary dispute led to the fatal attack, with the victim's father suggesting Sah had lent money to several individuals. Authorities have taken one person into custody for questioning and are examining CCTV footage.
Runway expansion at Patna airport stalled over land issue: Minister
Admission season kicks off in city schools
Judicial staff seek long-pending reforms
In the heart of Bihar's judicial system, the employees of subordinate courts are reaching a boiling point. For two decades, they have awaited overdue pay scale revisions and promotions. Despite a glimmer of hope offered by the Patna High Court after a January strike, progress remains elusive.
Muslims have right to build Babri Masjid, says JD(U) MP
In a spirited defense of West Bengal MLA Humayun Kabir's mosque foundation stone laying, JD(U) MP Kaushalendra Kumar asserted the importance of constitutional religious freedom. He clearly separated his party's stance from the BJP's condemnation of honoring historical figures like Babur, reiterating a commitment to constitutional values.
IndiGo disruptions continue at Patna airport; 10 more flights cancelled
Patna HC acquits 95-year-old man in dowry case
Man who threatened Siwan MP and Barharia MLA held in Bengal
On Monday, a construction worker was apprehended in West Bengal for allegedly issuing death threats to Siwan JD(U) MP Vijaylakshmi Kushwaha and MLA Inderdeo Patel over a demanded sum of Rs 10 lakh. The threats, made from Chennai on December 3, appear to be a misguided attempt at garnering attention.
5 get life term in Aurangabad triple murder case
Posters across Patna demand Nishants entry into JD(U)
4 arrested for killing man over property dispute
Patna police have arrested four individuals, including a daughter-in-law, for the brutal murder of Ramesh Mahato over a property dispute. The victim was strangled and trampled to death on a bridge. The motive stemmed from the daughter-in-law's objection to property being willed to her husband's children from a previous marriage. The accused confessed to the crime.
Nitish calls for expansion of Buxar industrial hub
DEHRADUN: After breaking Uttarakhands decades-old political jinx in 2022becoming the first party to win back-to-back mandates since the states creationthe BJP under Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has moved with renewed force, pushing landmark measures such as the Uniform Civil Code. As the state turns toward the 2027 Assembly polls, Dhami speaks to Narendra Sethi about his development roadmap and the strategy behind the BJPs bid for an unprecedented third term. Here are some excerpts from the conversation. As Uttarakhand completes 25 years of statehood, how do you assess your governments contribution to this development journey? Uttarakhand has completed 25 years. The people of this state have given the BJP the opportunity to serve for nearly 15 of those years. The 'real' development of the state has occurred during these 15 years. Revered Atal Bihari Vajpayee not only gave us a separate state but also provided a special industrial package early on. Following that, since 2014, the state has continuously received the blessings of Prime Minister Modi ji. The progress achieved over the last 11 years, driven by the cooperation of the Central Government, is visible to everyone. Currently, various projects worth over two lakh crore rupees are underway in Uttarakhand. Through these efforts, the states economy has expanded by 26 times, and the per capita income has grown 17-fold. Uttarakhands economy has surged from 14,501 crore at statehood to a projected 3,78,240 crore in 202425, with per capita income rising from 15,285 to 2,74,064. With the UCC, strict anti-cheating and anti-conversion laws, the states governance model is now gaining national attention. Your government has consistently performed strongly in local body elections. Do you anticipate this trend continuing in the 2027 Assembly polls? Yes, not just local body elections, but the BJP has performed spectacularly in every election held since 2022, including the Lok Sabha elections, Panchayat polls, and Assembly by-elections. Our governments performance and the strength of the BJP organization give us a clear edge in the electoral arena. The opposition lacks any substantive issues, nor is their organization capable enough. Therefore, we are unequivocally set to secure a clear majority in the 2027 elections. Critics argue that recent legislation, particularly the UCC, infringes upon religious freedoms guaranteed under the Constitution. How do you respond to these allegations of constitutional overreach? The government implements every law based squarely on its legislative authority. The people of this state granted the BJP a clear mandate in 2022 precisely to enable us to govern effectively. Therefore, how can any law passed by this Assembly be deemed unconstitutional? Has anyone in this state been prevented from conducting their personal religious or cultural activities as they wish? If not, how can the issue of violating religious freedom even arise? Such claims are propagated only by a few rootless 'professional agitators' whose influence extends no further than social media, having no traction in the real world or among the general populace. The BJPs decision-making process is renowned for its organizational strength. Where do you fit into this structure, and how do you view your role? In the BJP, decisions are made through a structured, long-term organizational vision. Every worker holds importance; no role is inherently small or large. As for my role, the people of Uttarakhand gave the BJP a renewed mandate in 2022a first in the states history. Following this, the party entrusted me, once again, with the responsibility of being the 'Chief Servant' of the state. Your government has been highly active in protecting the states cultural identity and security. How do you define the steps taken in this regard? Uttarakhand is the sacred land of the Char Dhams; divinity resides in every particle here, hence it is called 'Devbhoomi.' We are resolute in preserving this cultural identity. To this end, the government is strictly dealing with forced religious conversions and removing illegal religious structures. We aim to maintain the state's demographic balance. There is significant discussion and apprehension surrounding the Live-in Registration aspect of the UCC. What is your perspective? Live-in registration is a very small component of the entire UCC framework. Its primary function is to strengthen the social security of our sisters and daughters. We believe the Uniform Civil Code must be viewed in its entirety, not just through isolated points. The UCC is fully delivering on its stated objectives. By implementing the UCC, Uttarakhand has shown the way to the entire nation. How do you view this historic decision? The demand for a Uniform Civil Code has existed since before Indias Independence. Now, Uttarakhand has implemented it for all citizens as per constitutional provisions. This can serve as a model for other states; many have already formed committees to study its implementation. More than 10 months have passed since the UCC came into effect, and lakhs of people have registered under it without any issues. This clearly demonstrates that the opposition was rooted in a predetermined agenda, and their apprehensions have proven baseless over these ten months.
PM Modi meets NDA MPs from Bihar; urges collective focus on development, fulfilling promises
NEW DELHI: In a show of unity and purpose, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Bihars NDA MPs on Monday at Parliament, marking their first interaction since the alliances historic win in the 243-member Bihar Legislative Assembly. During the meeting, the Prime Minister reviewed the NDAs commitments in the state and reiterated the coalitions shared long-term goal: achieving a Viksit Bharat by 2047. The MPs reportedly shared insights from the recent state elections, where the partnership between PM Modi and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar gained prominence and was informally referred to as NiMo within NDA circles. PM Modi spent considerable time engaging with the MPs and agreed to a group photograph, with nearly 30 members from both Houses standing alongside him. In a post on X, the Prime Minister wrote, translated into English: After the historic victory in the Bihar Assembly elections, meeting the NDA MPs of the state at the Parliament House today filled me with new energy. I was extremely happy to see the determination of my family members in the state to make life easier. He said that Bihars double-engine government would leave no stone unturned in fulfilling the expectations of its people. MPs, speaking on condition of anonymity, said PM Modi encouraged them to act as servants of the people, not just as parliamentarians, and to work collectively to deliver on the promises made during the elections. - pic.twitter.com/abCWCoDMLG Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 8, 2025 Rajya Sabha MP Upendra Kushwaha noted that the meeting was also an opportunity for the MPs to express gratitude to the Prime Minister for the NDAs landslide victory. He said the people of Bihar had placed their trust in the NDA, guided by PM Modi and CM Nitish Kumar, to achieve a Viksit Bihar within a Viksit Bharat. The meeting also touched upon cultural issues, with an MP initiating a debate on Vande Mataram in the Lok Sabha, highlighting its patriotic significance. Other MPs noted that PM Modi remained particularly focused on Bihars development and urged all NDA MPs to work together as a family to deliver on the alliances electoral promises.
No Ambulance, Bihar Man Drags Stretcher With Mother's Body From Hospital To Home
Three men and a woman were seen pushing a stretcher with a body on it in the dead of night in Bihar's Nawada district.
'New energy after Bihar mandate': PM Modi meets NDA MPs; vows to 'leave no stone unturned'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed renewed vigor after meeting Bihar's NDA MPs, celebrating their historic victory in the recent assembly elections. He emphasized the double-engine government's commitment to improving the lives of Bihar's citizens. The NDA's decisive win, securing 202 out of 243 seats, underscores their mandate to fulfill public expectations.
DBT scheme for women, youth soon; to be modelled after Bihar: Uttarakhand BJP
The Uttarakhand government is considering a direct benefit transfer scheme for women and youngsters. This move, inspired by Bihar, has drawn sharp criticism from the Congress party. They label it an 'election bribe' aimed at influencing voters before the 2027 state assembly elections.
Tide Now Supports Over 1 Million Small Businesses in India
Gen Zs and millennials make up over 85% of Tide’s MSME community — a powerful reminder that young India is steering the country's entrepreneurial momentum Tier 2, 3, 4 and beyond cities driving growth with over 96% members (MSMEs) on the platform, from towns like Bareilly, Bhopal, Murshidabad, Lucknow and North 24 Parganas Tide , the UK’s leading business management platform, today announced that it has surpassed 1 million members (MSMEs) in India. This rapid growth reflects the deep trust that Indian small businesses — from nano to micro and emerging SMEs — have placed in Tide to simplify how they register, run and grow their businesses. The platform has doubled adoption since its launch in December 2022. India has emerged as Tide’s largest and fastest-growing market globally in member acquisition, showcasing the success of its India-first strategy and strong product-market fit. Gurjodhpal Singh, CEO, Tide in India, said, “ This milestone is more than a number — it’s a story of trust. In just under three years, one million Indian entrepreneurs have chosen Tide to be their partner in growth. This reflects our commitment to helping small businesses – who have been gravely underserved – save time and money by giving them business critical tools across finance, admin and related commercial services that they need, to grow. India is where some of Tide's most innovative products are being developed, creating strong use-cases to be implemented globally .” A trusted business partner for India’s entrepreneurs Tide’s success has always been rooted in scaling responsibly and delivering real-world impact. The company is doing so by building a unified, highly-connected digital platform that reduces the burden of business finance and admin. Over the past year, Tide has delivered product innovation at pace across India with products including: Bill Payments: SMEs in India can pay their utility bills with no extra costs and earn rewards. The product is backed by enhanced security. Udyam Registration: Enabling MSME registration and access to priority government benefits including low-interest loans, subsidies on electricity certifications, protection against delayed payments, etc. GST Registration: help obtain a Goods & Services Tax Identification Number (GSTIN), enabling compliance, marketplace selling, input tax credit claims, and vendor trust. Scheme Discovery: Smart matching of government benefits and subsidies to business eligibility. Fixed Deposits Intermediation: Helping SMEs to earn competitive returns on their balances in a seamless and paperless experience. NCMC Card Integration: A single smart Tide card that doubles up as a national mobility card, accepted across multiple transport modes. Structured partners: Provides disbursement of funds to freelancers and vendors via a secure partner portal. Analytics on spending deliver real-time data so SMEs can make faster decisions about cashflow, a key pain point for SMEs. Tide’s member make-up Tide’s growth in India is being driven by a new generation of business owners, with over 85% (865,000) of its members under the age of 40, including 58% Gen Z and 42% millennials—reflecting the strong entrepreneurial momentum among India’s youth. And, with our oldest member at 95, simply proves that it’s never too late to do what you love. The platform is scaling rapidly across emerging business hubs, with 63% of its members from states such as Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and Maharashtra, and a majority comprising small and micro entrepreneurs like local retailers, freelancers and service-led solopreneurs. With strong adoption in Tier 2, 3, 4 and beyond towns namely Bareilly, Bhopal, Murshidabad, Lucknow, North 24 Paraganas, Jaipur, Firozabad, Ghaziabad, Shahjahanpur and Kota — with not a single Tier 1 city in the top 10 — Tide is playing a significant role in enabling the digital transformation of India’s most underserved business communities. Championing entrepreneurs beyond business tools Tide believes progress happens when entrepreneurs are supported not only with products — but with recognition, access and ecosystem change. Women in Business mission: On track to bring 500,000 women entrepreneurs onto the platform by 2027. Tide’s Bharat Women Aspiration Index brings forth voices from beyond metros to shape better policies for women entrepreneurs across Tier 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 towns in India. Udaan Chronicles: Tide’s flagship mentoring roadshow, created to help small business owners in semi-urban and rural India, brings expert-led mentoring directly to entrepreneurs who lack access to formal networks and financial resources. UK-India collaboration: Enabling SME expansion across borders through industry delegation. Contributing to critical dialogue shaping future trade for small businesses under the provisions of the UK-India FTA. Tide’s progress in India is rooted in accountability and global investor backing. The company recently secured a $120 million strategic investment, in a funding round led by TPG. Tide is also deepening its long-term commitment to India — with a £500 million investment over the next five years, starting 2026. This investment underscores India’s role as a cornerstone of Tide’s global growth strategy, which will be used to fuel product innovation tailored for Indian SMEs, technology and AI-led development and expansion of Tide’s financial ecosystem — including payments, credit, and investment solutions. Tide’s strategy in India emphasises digital inclusion — to bring formal financial and business services to underserved entrepreneurs outside major metros, in smaller towns and rural clusters. This approach aligns with the Government of India’s efforts to formalise and digitise MSMEs and increase their access to credit, markets and exports. Among some of the exciting new features to be launched next year, include investments, acquiring, insurance, easy access to formal credit, banking services and advanced payment acceptance solutions. Tide is here to make managing business smoother and more successful. About Tide Launched in 2017, Tide is the leading business management platform in the UK. Tide helps SMEs save time (and money) in the running of their businesses by not only offering business accounts and related admin services, but also a comprehensive set of highly usable and connected administrative solutions from invoicing to accounting. Tide has nearly 800,000 SME members in the UK (14% market share) and 1,000,000 SMEs in India. Tide launched in Germany in May 2024 and in France in September 2025. Tide has also been recognised with the Great Place to Work certification three years in a row. Tide has been funded by Anthemis, Apax Digital Funds, Augmentum Fintech, Creandum, Salica Investments, Latitude, LocalGlobe, SBI Group, Speedinvest and TPG, amongst others. It employs more than 2,500 Tideans worldwide. Tide’s long-term ambition is to be the leading business management platform globally. www.linkedin.com/company/tide-banking twitter.com/TideBusinessIND www.instagram.com/tidebusinessindia/ www.facebook.com/TideBusinessIndia
BJP MPs welcome PM Modi with Bengal next slogans in Lok Sabha after Bihar victory
BJP MPs in Lok Sabha greeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Bihar ki jeet hamari hai, ab Bengal ki baari hai as he entered to discuss 150 years of Vande Mataram. This slogan signifies the NDA's victory in Bihar assembly polls and their focus on upcoming West Bengal elections.
'With great victory comes great responsibility', PM to Bihar NDA MPs
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with NDA MPs from Bihar. He congratulated them on their significant election victory. Modi emphasized that great victory brings great responsibility. He asked the MPs to work with renewed energy for the welfare of Bihar's people. The focus will be on inclusive development for all. Progress will be prioritized over negativity.
PM Modi To Bihar MPs: Poll Victory Is Just the Beginning Of Greater Responsibility
PM Narendra Modi urged Bihar MPs to continue working for the states development and welfare, reminding them that the real task begins after the election
NDA Parliamentary Party to meet on December 9 as MPs prepare to felicitate PM
The NDA Parliamentary Party will convene on December 9 at the G.M.C. Balayogi Auditorium in the Parliament Library Building. All NDA MPs have been instructed to attend the meeting, where they will also felicitate PM Narendra Modi for the Bihar election victory
NDA MPs to felicitate PM Modi for Bihar election victory during Winter Session
The BJP-led NDA has been allocated three hours for its participation in the Lok Sabha debate, while the full discussion, which will continue in the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday, December 9, has been allotted a total of 10 hours
Rs 50,000 Incentive: Bihar Invites Applications From BPSC Prelims Qualified Candidates
Bihar Civil Services Incentive Scheme: The incentive is available only once, and women employed in any government department, public sector unit, or state-funded institution are not eligible.
Insider track | Russian folk tune and Indian link
At the Rashtrapati Bhavan state dinner hosted by President Droupadi Murmu for Vladimir Putin, the Rashtrapati Bhavan Naval Band brought an unexpectedly cheerful moment by playing Kalinka. This famous Russian folk tune, composed by Ivan Larionov in 1860, often appears at diplomatic events as its lively rhythm travels easily across borders. For Indian audiences, the melody also carries a familiar warmth due to its Hindi adaptation, Darling, in 7 Khoon Maaf, sung by Usha Uthup. That connection may explain why it is instantly popular here. Kalinka has appeared at many multilateral gatherings, from BRICS to the SCO summit in Tianjin, where cameras caught it playing as Putin met Xi Jinping. It is not an official anthem, but it is clearly a tune with global stamina. TMCCongress tussle Inside the Trinamool Congress, there is near-total clarity: an alliance with the Congress for next years West Bengal Assembly polls looks unlikely. Despite polite public gestures, the relationship is visibly strained. TMC insiders cite a recent example to show their frustration. While the Congress criticised the electoral roll revision, it failed to provide even one Booth Level Agent when the TMC asked for help with BLOs and objecting to deletions or suspected manipulation. For TMC leaders, this confirms their belief that Congress has virtually no organisational presence in Bengal. As one insider put it, if Congress cannot provide BLAs, why consider them for a pact? For now, the TMC is confident it can win on its own. Polls are month away, but for now the TMC is firm that it doesnt need the Congress in Bengal. Naddas personal touch for TB end It is routine for a health minister to brief parliamentarians on major health concerns. JP Nadda, however, has added an unusual personal layer. He is determined to foster a united political push for a TB-Mukt Bharat and is meeting MPs state by state to build support. The latest WHO report notes a decline in TB cases and deaths, but India still ranks among the eight countries contributing 67% of global cases in 2024. India aims to eliminate TB by 2025. Nadda has already spoken with MPs from large states like Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Bihar. He is now reaching out to MPs from smaller states. Naddas personal touch may well spur MPs to turn the TB-free India mission into a true jan andolan. For Congress, after RJD, its SP After the Bihar election setback strained its ties with the RJD, the Congress now seems to be drifting apart from another ally, the Samajwadi Party (SP) in Uttar Pradesh. In Parliaments Winter Session, the SP stayed away from the Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls on the second day of the session. Behind the scenes, MPs from both parties blame each other for widening the gap. One SP functionary was overheard saying the party is not interested in an alliance with Congress for the upcoming panchayat elections. Leaders on both sides quietly admit the gap is growing and is now harder to ignore. Navneet Sehgals exit raises eyebrows Navneet Kumar Sehgal arrived at Prasar Bharati in the morning as chairman and, by afternoon, had resigned in a cloud of mystery. He spent the early hours having coffee, attending meetings and smiling through routine interactions, but by late afternoon, his resignation letter lay on the table. The suddenness left bureaucrats stunned. Sehgal, a retired UP-cadre IAS officer known for maintaining good equations with every governmentSP, BSP, BJPseemingly hit an unexpected eject button. Some insiders whisper that a few old friends triggered an online storm that made his position uncomfortable, while others speculate he may be headed toward something bigger and less tied to Doordarshan. For now, only CEO Gaurav Dwivedi knows what unfolded, and he isnt saying a word.
Rajasthan dominates 2nd Federation Cup Lacrosse Cship
Excelsior Sports Correspondent KATRA, Dec 7: The 2nd Federation Cup Lacrosse Championship 2025 concluded at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sports Complex, Katra, after three days of spirited competition and exemplary sportsmanship. The championship, organised by J&K Lacrosse Association under the aegis of the Lacrosse Association of India, witnessed participation from 15 States including Gujarat, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra, Telangana, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Punjab, Delhi, and J&K. Around 280 male and female players showcased talent, [] The post Rajasthan dominates 2nd Federation Cup Lacrosse Cship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Introspect, dont blame EC for poll loss: NDA to Tejashwi
Three youths injured in clash over land dispute
Auto, car parking barred on key Patna roads
Begusarai youth cuts choti after house razed
Boy kills grandfather in Jehanabad
Five held, weapons seized in Fatuha
IndiGo cancellations shatter weddings, jobs, medical plans
Jamui wetlands teem with 8k birds; Mongolias bar-headed goose returns
Samrat announces 100 fast-track courts to clear Bihars case backlog
CM approves 5-year plan to boost Sudha products
Over 2 lakh women take literacy exam under Akshar Aanchal Yojana
Govt plans to establish industrial security force to boost investment
Book fair at Gandhi Maidan draws over 1 lakh visitors in first weekend
SMAT 2025-26 | 10 teams in the fray for four remaining Super League spots
Bihar, the only win-less team in the Elite division after six matches, will hope to avoid relegation, along with Himachal Pradesh, Services and Tripura, who all have just one win apiece
26-year-old youth brutally murdered in Nawada
Bihar government to set up 100 fast-track courts to dispose of pending cases
PATNA: Bihar deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary, who is also holding the portfolio of home department, on Sunday announced that 100 fast track courts (FTCs) would be established in Bihar for speedy disposal of pending cases in the courts. The fast track courts aim to reduce the burden on the judiciary and provide due attention and time to cases of a sensitive nature. Chaudhary said that these fast-track courts would lessen the burden on courts considerably, considering that more than 18 lakh cases were pending in various courts of the state. He informed eight fast-track courts have been proposed in Patna, while four courts each will be established in Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga, and Bhagalpur. Home Minister said that three fast-track courts each would be set up in Nalanda (Biharsharif), Rohtas (Sasaram), Saran (Chapra), Begusarai, Vaishali (Hajipur), East Champaran (Motihari), Samastipur, and Madhubani. Similarly, two fast-track courts each will operate in West Champaran (Bettiah), Saharsa, Purnea, Munger, Nawada, Jehanabad, Arwal, Aurangabad, Kaimur (Bhabua), Buxar, Bhojpur (Ara), Sitamarhi, Sheohar, Siwan, Gopalganj, Supaul, Madhepura, Araria, Kishanganj, Katihar, Banka, Jamui, Sheikhpura, Lakhisarai, and Khagaria. In addition, it is proposed to establish one fast-track court each in the Naugachhiaand Bagaha sub-divisional courts. Chaudhary said, cases jointly identified by the district magistrates and superintendents of Police will be disposed of on a priority basis. A large-scale recruitment of personnel will also be undertaken for the establishment of a total of 100 fast-track courts across 38 districts and sub-divisions of the state. A total of 900 positions are proposed for each court, comprising eight types of posts -- bench clerk, office clerk, stenographer, deposition writer, data entry operator, driver, process server, and peon or orderly. As many as 79 courts will be specially set up for the speedy disposal of cases pending under the Arms Act. Bihar government was of the opinion that quick resolution of serious cases like those under the Arms Act would improve law and order in the state, Chaudhary added.
NDA will win big in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu; people have rejected Congress and allies: Shah
Mr. Shah said the BJP and its alliance partners have continued their winning streak by recording a two-thirds majority in the recent Assembly elections in Bihar, and will record a big victory in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, where elections are due next year
Saharsa M Ed student shot at during robbery bid, stable after surgery
BLOs will be beaten up if they attempt irregularities in voters' list: Tripura Congress MLA
Sudip Roy Barman said Congress wants a transparent and error-free electoral roll, and would not allow what had happened in Maharashtra, Bihar and Haryana in Tripura
High turnout at CLAT in Patna and Muzaffarpur
Alleged Bishnoi gang member among 4 held for arson & loot in West Champaran
Fatuha student rescued within 5 hours of kidnapping, 3 held
After Bihar win, BJP next in line for power in Tamil Nadu & West Bengal: Amit Shah
Rahul Baba is still finding faults with EVMs or electoral rolls. Rahul Baba, neither are the EVMs faulty nor is there anything wrong with the electoral rolls:, Shah said
New traffic plan rolled out near Patna Junction
2,000 innovators to shape next-gen tech at Inter-IIT meet in Patna
Railways sets up help desk at Patna airport to aid stranded flyers
Bihar: Student shot thrice by bike-borne assailants in Saharsa, still rides to hospital
A 35-year-old M.Ed student was shot and injured by three bike-borne criminals in Saharsa, Bihar, on Saturday evening. The assailants demanded money, and upon refusal, fired three shots, hitting the victim in the thigh. He managed to reach the hospital, and police are investigating the incident, exploring robbery and personal rivalry angles.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar contributes to the ex-Servicemen Welfare Fund
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar donated to the Ex-Servicemen Benevolent Fund on Armed Forces Flag Day, urging citizens to contribute generously. He honored the sacrifices of soldiers, emphasizing that donations support their welfare and rehabilitation. The CM highlighted the armed forces' bravery in confronting threats.
Anyone can build a mosque; no one is prohibited from doing so because temples and mosques are centres of faith for any religion. But no one has the right to spoil the atmosphere of this country... Those attempting to create such an environment cannot progress by damaging this strong democracy and the Ganga-Jamuni relationship in this country, the Bihar BJP chief told ANI.
Bihar's first merit list for the Four-Year Integrated B.Ed Programme 2025-28 is out. Admissions are scheduled from December 8 to December 18, 2025. Candidates named on the list must report to their allotted colleges with necessary documents for verification. Colleges will finalize admissions by December 19. Further lists will be released for those not selected.
PM Modi to initiate debate on Vande Mataram in Lok Sabha on Monday
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will initiate the debate on the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram in Lok Sabha on Monday, while Home Minister Amit Shah will begin the discussion in Rajya Sabha on December 9. Lok Sabha has listed 'Discussion on the 150th anniversary of national song Vande Mataram' on Monday and allocated 10 hours for the debate. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will speak after the prime minister in Lok Sabha, while opposition Congress has decided to field Deputy leader Gaurav Gogoi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra in the discussion. The government was keen on having a debate on Vande Mataram, composed in Sanskrit by Bankimchandra Chatterjee, that was a source of inspiration during the freedom struggle. Prime Minister Modi had hit out at the Congress, accusing it of removing key stanzas from the song in 1937 and sowing the seeds of partition. On November 7, Modi launched year-long celebrations to commemorate the 150th year of Vande Mataram, aimed especially at youth and students to deepen awareness of the song's significance. On Tuesday, Shah is scheduled to initiate the debate on Vande Mataram in Rajya Sabha and Health Minister J P Nadda will be the second speaker. Lok Sabha will take up the debate on election reforms, which will cover all aspects of the contentious subject, including the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls, on Tuesday and Wednesday. Rajya Sabha will take up the debate on election reforms on Wednesday and Thursday. The proceedings of the first two days of the Winter session that started on December 1 were disrupted due to the opposition's protests on the SIR leading to repeated adjournments. The Monsoon session of Parliament was a virtual washout over the demand by the opposition for a debate on the SIR, then being held in Bihar. Congress names Gaurav Gogoi, Priyanka Gandhi and six other MPs for Vande Mataram debate
Act against paper leaks, illegal mining: Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary
Mr. Choudhary, who holds the Home portfolio, also directed officers to immediately seize and auction vehicles used in illegal mining
Matchless contribution: Nitish Kumar enters World Book of Records - here is why
Bihar's Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar, has received a prestigious accolade from the World Book of Records, London, acknowledging his exemplary political service and dedication to democracy. This achievement marks his historic tenth oath-taking as Chief Minister, a milestone that underscores both his resilience in governance and the confidence bestowed upon him by the citizens of Bihar.
BTSC dental hygienist recruitment 2025: The Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) has announced recruitment for 702 dental hygienist posts in 2025. Eligible candidates can apply online at btsc.bihar.gov.in before the deadline. The recruitment covers various categories, including unreserved, SC, ST, EBC, BC, EWS, and women of backward classes. Applicants must have 10+2 with Biology, a two-year Diploma in Dental Hygienist, and registration with the Bihar State Dental Council. Age limits, application fees, and detailed steps to apply online are provided.
UP's monumental politics gets new space in Lucknow
Uttar Pradesh's capital is seeing new ideological landmarks. The BJP government is set to inaugurate the 'Rashtra Prerna Sthal'. This memorial honours Shyama Prasad Mukherjee, Deendayal Upadhyay, and Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The complex is designed to host large gatherings and political events. It features statues, a digital museum, and an open-air theatre.
SSB seizes 95kg ganja near India-Nepal border
Samrat asks police to intensify crackdown on crimes in Patna
Over 5k people get free treatment at SSB medical camp in Sonepur fair
2 kids die, 10 hurt as DJ trolley hits wedding guests
Dy CM launches citizen service portal to provide doorstep police services
MLAs aide injured in celebratory firing: Police
Turmoil at city airport as IndiGo cancels 11 of 28 scheduled flights
Four members of chain-snatching gang held
Police in Patna have apprehended four individuals belonging to a notorious gang specializing in fraud and chain-snatching. Operating from a tempo, the criminals targeted elderly women, luring them with fake gold biscuits to steal their valuables. The arrests followed a tip-off, leading to a chase and the recovery of fake gold, cash, and vehicles used in their crimes.
JD(U) sets target of 1 crore members by 2028
There is no alternative to Nitish in state, says JD(U)
